Szechuan-Style Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli
Lean beef strips sizzling in a savory, aromatic sauce with crisp-tender broccoli, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This asian-inspired beef (low-carb, dairy-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs grass-fed beef sirloin, avocado oil, chopped broccoli crowns for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 305 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz grass-fed beef sirloin
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cups chopped broccoli crowns
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice 8 oz grass-fed beef sirloin into 1/4-inch-thick strips against the grain. Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking (about 30 seconds).
- Step 2: Add beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups chopped broccoli to the skillet, stir-frying for 3 minutes until vibrant green and slightly crisp-tender. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return beef to the skillet, pour in 2 tbsp coconut aminos and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and toss for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats ingredients. Finish with 1/2 tsp sesame oil before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Szechuan-Style Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Szechuan-Style Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep grass-fed beef sirloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Szechuan-Style Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Szechuan-Style Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Szechuan-Style Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb, dairy-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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This has become our go-to beef dish. We make it weekly.
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I've tried many beef recipes and this is hands down the best.
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
